Parging provides an extra layer of insulation against rain, wind, ice and snow. But more importantly, it helps protect the foundation from those elements.
Parging covers any existing cracks on the walls and adds an extra layer, increasing the strength of your walls and their structural integrity. A parge coat will also prevent water from freezing in the cracks and holes, which is a common cause of damage.
If you live in an area with occasionally extreme snow and rain, a parged foundation will really help prevent unwanted cracks, damage, and holes over time.
When parging is properly applied, it can act as a barrier against rain and snow for the above-grade portion of your foundation walls.
Adding a layer of parging to the outside of your home's foundation walls will provide an extra barrier for any water-proofing membranes or coatings applied. This generally means that your waterproofing can be effective for longer.
If it's not applied properly, you can actually do more harm than good. Incorrectly applied parging can trap moisture between the parge and the wall - creating a moisture problem that can damage your foundation over time and lead to the concrete deteriorating or 'spalling'.
Parging your walls will not only make them stronger, but it also helps keep the heat in while reducing your energy usage. All those small cracks in your wall slowly release the warmth from your home.
Covering those cracks means that the heat stays in, and you reduce your carbon footprint as well as saving money on heating bills.
it also helps protect against all kinds of critters and insects that you’d really, rather keep outside.
Joseph Construction have been servicing the people of Ontario with top quality stucco, parging repairs and services since 2011. For a company that provides you with the complete package, we are for you. Call us on 647 887-6403 or email us at info@josephconstruction.ca for more information about our services.
